2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Zermatt in February

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

February is an excellent time to visit Zermatt. Zermatt has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 3°C, lows of -3°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.

Avg High

3°C

Avg Low

-3°C

Rainy days

14days

Daylight

10.4h

Is February a good time to visit Zermatt?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:33 AM

Sunset

5:55 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 1°C -5°C 7 Excellent (best)
February 3°C -3°C 14 Excellent (best)
March 3°C -6°C 11 Excellent (best)
April 7°C 0°C 5 Good
May 11°C 4°C 10 Good
June 14°C 6°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 19°C 9°C 9 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 9°C 12 Excellent (best)
September 15°C 6°C 12 Excellent (best)
October 6°C 0°C 13 Wet
November 6°C -1°C 3 Good
December -1°C -7°C 18 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Zermatt? +

February is typically Excellent for visiting Zermatt, with average highs of 3°C and around 14 rainy days.

What should I pack for Zermatt in February? +

With highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Zermatt in February? +

Zermatt typically sees around 14 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Zermatt in February? +

In February, Zermatt gets approximately 10.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Zermatt? +

Yes, February is peak season in Zermatt. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Zermatt? +

The best months to visit Zermatt are December, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Zurich)

Last Updated: January 2026

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